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Cybersecurity Engineer- Distributed Denial-of-Service

4 months ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States Cognizant Full time

Cybersecurity Engineer- Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS)

Location: Anywhere in United States, remote

Job Profile Summary

Responsible for developing and maintaining the technical IT/cyber security capabilities necessary for safeguarding the firm's information systems and applications (software development lifecycle), including every phase of the SDLC and software stack. Assist in the designing, planning, testing and implementation phases of cybersecurity technology projects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

  1. Develop and maintain documentation for the (DDoS) Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) capabilities and related processes.
  2. Monitor and analyze Network layer traffic for potential security threats and take appropriate action to mitigate risks.
  3. Design and implement DDoS mitigation strategies at Layers 3,4 and 7 to protect the network infrastructure against Volumatic attacks.
  4. Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify and mitigate potential DDoS threats in real-time.
  5. Participate in efforts related to designing, planning, enhancing, and testing all cybersecurity technologies used throughout the enterprise including base-lining current systems, trend analysis, and capacity planning as required for future systems requirements and new technologies.
  6. Participate in the analysis of information to resolve, recommend, and plan the use of new technologies, or modifications to existing equipment and systems that will provide capability for proposed project or workload, efficient operation and effective use of allotted resources.
  7. Participate in the implementation of new information security technologies or integration of existing technologies including initial configuration, installation, change management, and operational handoff.
  8. Take a new point of view on existing solutions to solve complex problems and exercise judgment based on the analysis (e.g. modeling, testing, etc.) of multiple sources of information.
  9. Provide technical support of information security technologies, providing problem analysis and resolution in a timely manner and explain and interpret complex, difficult, or sensitive information.
  10. Lead small cybersecurity projects with manageable risks and resource requirements; plays significant roles in larger, more complex initiatives.
Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  1. Associate degree/bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in systems engineering or administration or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  2. Hands-on experience with DDoS tools such as Akamai/ Prolexic, AT&T Arbor, Verizon, AWS, and Azure to monitor and analyze web traffic for potential security threats and take appropriate action to mitigate risks.
  3. Previous experience in planning and managing IT projects.
  4. Ability to coordinate with internal and external teams to implement changes in large matrix organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
  1. Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  2. Banking or financial services experience
*** The applications will be accepted until 6/16/24

Salary and Other Compensation:

  • The annual salary for this position is $131,300 to $163,700 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
  • This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Why Cognizant?

  • Collaborate with a community of experts to enhance and expand your skills.
  • Join a team where global culture adopts diversity of thought and background.
  • Find balance with our hybrid model that prioritizes your health, safety and well-being.
  • Opportunity to work for leading global companies while advancing your career.